Clinical trials
Problem Behavior clinical trials
Below are recruiting problem behavior clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 70 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04763720Enrolling by invitation
Therapy for kids with attachment and trauma difficulties
This trial studies a special type of parent-and-child therapy called Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP) for children who struggle with relationships or attachment after trauma, including neglect or emotional abuse. It may help families improve safety, closeness, and communication through guided sessions.
Skien, Vestfold Og TelemarkAges 5–99 - NCT06505980Recruiting
Parent training for child behavior concerns
This trial tests a brief telehealth program to help parents manage their child's challenging behaviors. It may help if your child has elevated behavior issues and you can participate online.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 3–5 - NCT06789250Recruiting
Online therapy for mental health and alcohol use issues
This trial tests an internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy program designed for people who struggle with both mental health symptoms (like depression or anxiety) and problematic alcohol use. The goal is to see if this approach can help improve both issues at the same time, conveniently from home.
LinköpingAges 18 years+ - NCT07505381Recruiting
Parent training for child behavior (ages 0-12)
This study tests two parent training programs (HOT DOCS and DOCS K-5) that teach skills to help manage young children's disruptive behavior. It's for caregivers or professionals who speak English or Spanish and care for a child up to 12 years old.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT07051642Recruiting
Daily parenting support for young children with behavior challenges
This study tests a daily journal program that helps parents notice and encourage positive behaviors in young children who show some challenging behaviors. It may help parents and children build a stronger relationship and reduce conduct problems.
TilburgAges 4–8 - NCT04815889Recruiting
Early help for preschool children with developmental or behavior concerns
This trial tests an early detection and support program for preschool children who show developmental delays or behavior and self-regulation challenges. It may help by starting support sooner and targeting everyday communication, behavior, and functioning needs.
Eksjö, Jönköping CountyAges 1.5 years–6 years - NCT06856408Recruiting
Power of Growth: A digital program for daycare teams
This trial tests a digital tool to help daycare educators work better as a team and manage children's behavioral challenges. It aims to boost educators' confidence and teamwork skills.
Municipalities, SelectAges Any age - NCT07303608Recruiting
Tracking progress in social services to improve outcomes
This study looks at whether regularly checking in on your progress and giving feedback to your social worker can help improve the support you receive. If you are getting help from social services, you may be able to take part.
LinköpingAges 15 years+ - NCT07687524Recruiting
Study on parent-child interaction for healthy growth
This study looks at how parents and children interact day to day to help support healthy growth. It tests a program that teaches parents about everyday behavior patterns to strengthen their relationship with their child.
Singapore, SingaporeAges 2–65 - NCT07283458Recruiting
Testing language learning in children in child psychiatry
This trial uses a tablet app to test how well children in child psychiatry services understand language and learn. It aims to better understand their needs and improve care.
ParisAges 3–7 - NCT07048574Recruiting
Mood and behavior in children with cystic fibrosis
This study looks at mood and behavior in children with cystic fibrosis (CF) under 12. By following children over time, researchers hope to better understand and help with depression, anxiety, and behavior challenges that may come up.
Orange, CaliforniaAges 1.5 years–11 years - NCT06876246Recruiting
Family Check-Up Online for parents of teens aged 11–14
This trial tests an online program to help parents support their 11- to 14-year-old child who may need extra school supports. You would join from home using your smartphone or email.
Eugene, OregonAges Any age - NCT06781333RecruitingPhase 2
Stem cells for behavior problems in Alzheimer's
This trial tests whether a single infusion of human mesenchymal stem cells (hMSC) can improve difficult behaviors like agitation, anxiety, or hallucinations in people with Alzheimer's disease. It's designed for those who have been taking antipsychotic medication for at least 4 weeks and have a study partner to help track behavior changes.
Miami, FloridaAges 55–90 - NCT06767293Recruiting
Parenting support for preterm children with behavior challenges
This trial tests a parenting program for caregivers of children born very preterm (before 32 weeks) who also have behavior problems. The program aims to help parents manage difficult behaviors and improve family well-being.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 3–8 - NCT06736522Recruiting
Youth leadership and mindfulness program for high school students
This study tests a program designed to build leadership skills, engagement, and mindfulness in high school students. If you're a teen in certain Massachusetts or Illinois schools, this program may help you grow personally and socially.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 14 years+ - NCT06669624Recruiting
Help for parents and toddlers facing tough times
This study tests a program to help parents and young children build resilience. If your toddler has faced hard times, the program offers support to strengthen your relationship and help your family thrive.
Chapel Hill, South CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT06170047Recruiting
Parent program for foster and kinship caregivers
This study tests a parenting program designed to support foster and kinship caregivers in Ohio. It aims to help you build skills and confidence while caring for a foster child aged 2 to 8.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 2 years+ - NCT05925101Recruiting
Studying ways to reduce frequent behavior spikes in children
This study looks at basic and applied methods to understand “extinction bursts,” times when a hard-to-control behavior may briefly get worse before it improves. It may help families and clinicians choose safer, more effective behavior supports for children with very frequent problem behaviors.
Somerset, New JerseyAges 3–17 - NCT05603000Recruiting
Emotion-focused therapy for parents of anxious or struggling children
This study tests an emotion-focused family therapy program for parents of children (ages 7–15) who are dealing with anxiety, depression, or behavior challenges. It may help families improve how emotions are understood and managed through parent participation and home life support.
Guelph, OntarioAges 7–15 - NCT05537610Recruiting
Test a behavior strategy for frequent self-injury
This study looks at how to reduce serious problem behaviors (including self-injury) in children who have it many times per day even after previous treatment. It may help if your child’s behavior is driven by social attention or other positive effects and they can stay on the same supports, school plan, and medicines during the study.
Somerset, New JerseyAges 3–17 - NCT05522075Recruiting
Reducing Blood Pressure in Adults Who Binge Drink
This study looks at ways to lower blood pressure in adults ages 50–64 who drink little, moderate, or binge drink. It may help by testing an approach that supports healthier blood pressure in midlife.
Arlington, TexasAges 50–64 - NCT07385105Recruiting
CBT for insomnia after mild brain injury
This study tests whether a type of talk therapy called cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia can help people with mild traumatic brain injury sleep better. It focuses on those who have had sleep problems for over a month.
Columbia, MissouriAges 18–60 - NCT06415721Recruiting
TMS guided by brain scans for alcohol use disorder
This study uses a brain stimulation technique called TMS combined with MRI scans to treat alcohol use disorder. It aims to see if targeting specific brain connections can help reduce drinking.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 25–75 - NCT05525962Recruiting
Study factors that affect development in foster children
This study looks at how different stress and support factors may influence how children and teens grow and cope while they are involved with child protective services. It may help clinicians understand what supports work best for children in care.
CanteleuAges Up to 16 years
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for problem behavior?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 70 recruiting problem behavior studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a problem behavior trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a problem behavior trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.